Rumour Mill: Nimely attracts interest from Blades & City

Sheffield United & Bradford City set to make a move for Alex Nimely

Reports are circulating this morning that both League One clubs are set to battle it out for the signature of ex-Manchester City youth player Alex Nimely, The 23-year-old was released from the club after 6 years with The Sky Blues.

During his time with City he only made one single appearance for the club, spending most of his time out on loan at other Football League clubs like Middlesbrough, Coventry City & Crystal Palace.

Orient poised to bolster strike force

According to the Nottingham Post Leyton Orient are linked with two new strikers. Francesco Becchetti has recently taken over Orient and has stressed he is willing to support current manager Russell Slade with money to add to the squad.

The two players in question are Ex-Forest striker Ishmael Miller & current Reds striker Darius Henderson.

Barnsley bid rejected for Murphy

According to Sky Sports, Barnsley have tried to strengthen their forward line by targeting Dagenham & Redbridge star Rhys Murphy. The 23-year-old joined The Daggers last season from Dutch club Telstar and after a impressive season he has caught the eye of numerous clubs higher up the football pyramid.

With the former Arsenal youngsters contract entering its last year Barnsley will be hoping they can lure land their man as they look to build a promotion challenging squad.